Selling Your Practice with Islington Partners
A better workflow
Buyers pay more when they believe the firm will thrive after acquisition. We position your firm as a safe, profitable investment — encouraging competition.
- Experienced advisors.
- We have 15+ years of experience helping accounting firms (5–200+ staff) improve operations, workflows, and profitability through better systems and visibility.
- Protect your legacy.
- Your reputation matters. We prioritise continuity for staff and clients throughout the process.
- Sell fast.
- We already work with motivated, funded buyers actively seeking firms that fit your profile.
Our Process
Week 1–2
Valuation & Positioning
- Confidential valuation call
- Exit readiness score
- Market positioning for a premium offer
Week 3–6
Buyer Introductions
- Off‑market outreach
- Buyer conversations managed for you
- Competitive offer negotiation
Week 7–12
Due Diligence & Handover
- Deal progression & documentation
- Owner transition support
- Minimal disruption to staff and clients
Optional
Value Boost Before Sale
Want to increase the payout before you sell? We offer a rapid operational uplift to improve valuation and buyer confidence:
- Streamlined workflows
- Better margin visibility
- Reduced owner dependency
- Improved handover readiness
Even modest improvements can materially increase offers.
Discreetly value your firm today
Speak privately with our M&A advisors — no obligation, no pressure to disover what your firm is worth and how to get the best price.